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Clicker training
Clicker Training "Anybody can train a dog to be a delightful companion and member of society,
especially with clicker training" -- Dani Weinberg Clicker Training is an exciting way of communicating with and training animals. While it's been used for years with marine mammals, research animals, and a variety of commercial projects, only recently has it begun taking the dog world by storm. Clicker Training is using a distinct marker signal to precisely capture the behavior the trainer desires, and promise the animal that a worthwhile reward will follow. Simply put, the trainer uses a metal-and-plastic clicker to mark a behavior, and then gives the dog a reward. This motivates the dog to repeat the performance, while giving the information about what action precisely won the reward. Clicker Training consciously follows the rules of Operant Conditioning. Operant conditioning is "Nature's way of allowing us to organize our behavior in such a way that we receive reinforcement and avoid punishment," as Victoria Farrington, editor of the Clicker Journal puts it. Positive Reinforcement is used to strengthen desired behaviors. Clicker training also uses the idea of breaking end-goals down into tiny, achievable steps to guarantee that trainer and dog are successful. Clicker Training is easy to learn, and it is a powerful animal training tool. You don't need special skills or strength. Perhaps best of all, the animals love it. It's clear to them what they're doing right, and they get a chance to earn rewards food treats, favorite toys, attention and praise through their own actions. With Clicker Training, you don't need choke chains or pinch collars. You work with your dog. All you need is a clicker (provided in class) and something your dog likes. More... |
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